Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Madrid and Santiago de Compostela are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Take your pick of 19 weekly Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:15.
To ensure you catch your MAD to SCQ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Iberia is your gateway to discovering Santiago de Compostela (and perhaps some other great parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport offered by this popular airline.
Iberia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier that operates MAD to SCQ flights. An exceptional 83.53% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAD and SCQ:
Barcelona Airport
Seville Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight is $41. A round-trip fare right now is $66. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to SCQ by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights leaving from Madrid Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCQ instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility and see more of Santiago de Compostela and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Santiago de Compostela Airport about four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Santiago de Compostela based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Madrid Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport for August if you want to explore Santiago de Compostela during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAD to SCQ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Santiago de Compostela, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel about 322 kilometres south-east to Salamanca to check off its leading attractions. From Catedral de Salamanca to Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor, your itinerary will be busy.